Stopped into Krueger's on a Saturday in mid July. I am from Central Illinois, a group of us made the trip over. The food was amazing. I got the Fried Chicken sandwich, and it was very good. The green goddess dressing is a really nice touch. Emily - thank you for putting up with my friends for a considerable amount of time. You are a wonderful bartender, the drinks you made us were all fantastic. It was a great experience celebrating my buddy's wedding. This place is a great establishment and I highly recommend it! read more

It was really busy for lunch so we got some bar seats- glad that other people like this spot too! Unfortunately, the kitchen was getting backed up likely as a result and there were significant delays getting food out. However, once it was out- a tasty burger for sure! Texture on the patties was really nice- the crunch on the outside really added to it. read more

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Took the whole family in for a late dinner. We've been coming to Krueger's for years and the food still delivers. The burgers are great and the truffle chips are honestly one of my favorite things with a burger. I also really appreciate the European lager selection. Being able to order a Reissdorf or a La Chouffe with a burger is the kind of small thing that keeps me coming back. The reason this isn't a 5 is service. Over the last year or so it's gotten spotty. Long stretches between refills, slow to take additional orders, that kind of thing. Not a one-off either. I've noticed it across several visits. I'm still a fan, and I'll keep coming back. Just hoping the service tightens up to match the kitchen and the bar. read more

Came here for dinner during UC graduation weekend and had such a great experience. Krueger Tavern in OTR was the perfect spot to celebrate. Our server, Kaleigh, was an absolute gem. She was attentive without being overbearing and made sure we had everything we needed the whole time. We started with the soft baked pretzels with beer cheese, house truffle chips, and loaded fries (added chili). Everything hit, but the fries with chili really stood out. The chili is different from what you'd find in California, but in a really good way. Super flavorful and worked perfectly with the fries. For entrees, we got the Krueger Tavern burger, the Bleu Gruyère burger, and fish and chips. The burgers were cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. You can tell they take pride in their food here. Parking was surprisingly easy with both street parking and a nearby public lot, which made things stress-free during a busy weekend. We sat outside and the ambiance was beautiful. Great vibes, great weather, and just an overall solid experience. Definitely recommend if you're in OTR. read more

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We recently ordered Kruegers for carryout. We placed our order online as a timed order. Our order was ready on time, and everything was correct with what we ordered. Of the things that my family ordered we enjoyed the burger and French fries. The Gruyere grilled cheese was fine, it was just much different than what I expected. My husband said it tasted to him like a "chicken Parmesan grilled cheese" (without the chicken. The mac and cheese was also fine but it isn't something I would probably order again. I will return again, but we will all probably just stick with burgers and fries so we can be sure that we enjoy it! read more

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This is definitely my go-to place to take an out of town date. The kale salad is so simple, yet unmatched in flavor and I love to get it with fries. (My own girl dinner.) Any meat-eater I've ever taken always loves the burger and on a post-theater date, my mom got the fish and chips and enjoyed that as well. I'm definitely a fan of Krugers. I just wish parking wasn't tough in the busy times, but I'm usually able to park on the street. read more

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This place has a food quality to match the amazing ambiance, yet it feels so approachable. This restaurant has a good balance of feeling upscale and intimate while also feeling comfortable with sports on TV, booths, and bar seating. The menu isn't large, but it doesn't need to be. Everything on it is simply perfected and needs more additions. Their burgers are unmatched, served on Blue Oven Bakery buns. There are no wrong choices. read more

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We checked out Krueger's Tavern today for the first time and what a happy little surprise! They have a lot of bar seating and banquette seating as well. And I love the beautiful retro tile floor! Our server was friendly and our food came out quickly. The food was delicious and the happy hour prices were amazing! We got two different $5 apps that were both very good. Can't wait to go back and try some other dishes! read more

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Went to Krueger's Tavern for the first time last month, & I'm so glad I did! This place is fantastic! The vibes are incredible; perfect for catching a bite & drink with friends after work or before an evening out. The service is spot on, quick & super friendly! And all of the food & drinks are delicious! You HAVE to start with the Truffle Chips; they taste wonderful; are pack with truffle and parm flavor & are perfect for sharing with the whole table! The burger is exactly what you crave in a burger and is perfect! Both drinks were really tasty & were the ideal start to the night. You need to add this place to your list! read more

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Of the three Thunderdome restaurants on the two blocks of Vine St, Krueger's Tavern is the one I visit the least. I think my last visit was back in 2016, but the food is excellent, so I should definitely stop in more regularly. First up, you definitely need to try the spicy chicken parm sandwich with crispy chicken, spicy vodka sauce, pepperonata, pesto, arugula, and provolone on a Blue Over potato bun ($14). A lot is going on with this sandwich, and the flavors really work well together. It is not super spicy, but it does have a little kick thanks to the vodka sauce. The blend of peppers and onions in the pepperonata makes for a really great sandwich topping. The cheese helps hold it all together; otherwise, this could be a messy sandwich to eat. The hot beer cheese is also delicious. It is made with Kronenbourg 1664 and sharp cheddar, and a large portion of it is served with 3 pretzel sticks ($12). The lemon hummus is unique and also very good. It is topped with Mediterranean-spiced carrots, cauliflower, and smoked paprika and served with toasted pita ($11). read more

Very small restaurant with friendly staff and seemingly clean tables. Justice was our server and was great! Mac and cheese was really tasty. Gooey and also stringy. Not greasy. Fries were okay but not something we would order again. Very basic with lots of brown spots. Burgers were delicious! Lettuce was crispy and fresh on the classic burger and the meat was seasoned well and salty. Bleu cheese and Gruyère was also spectacular. Great flavor. No dijonaisse or aioli with anything. The cocktails were also nice and refreshing. We got one with sage and the spritz. We would go back! read more

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Delicious and a darling!! They have a great vibe!! We went to celebrate my husband's birthday with friends. Our attentive waitress made our evening extra special. She brought us their truffle chips (my husband's love language)!! I wish I took other pictures, but the fries say it all. Come try everything, you wont be disappointed!! read more

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We stopped for happy hour and what a fun place. Cool vibe with an amazing bar. The happy hour prices are amazing. We grabbed the beer cheese and pretzels and the pesto dip. We split the chicken sandwich. All were very tasty I can wait to get back read more

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Krueger's has since removed their house-made sausages from the menu, as well as a killer Cuban sandwich. Now they're all about burgers and a couple of chicken sandwiches. I wish them good fortune. read more

We had dinner Friday night with friends and we enjoyed our dinner and service Our waitress was excellent Very friendly and always around with a smile I ordered the fish sandwich and my hubby got the spicy burger which he said was very spicy Our friends got a chicken Parmesan and cheeseburger We all were happy I like to go back to sit on the rooftop read more

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Depending on where you're seated and what you order, your experience could be much better than our experience last night. After reviewing the menu we were pretty sure what we wanted to order for dinner. We were less clear on appetizers. Our server highly recommended the Pesto Jar. We were pleased she did; it was delicious. The seasoned ricotta, tomato jam, pesto, toasted Allez Bakery durum bread were perfect together. The tomato jam was a nice, tangy foil for the ricotta and pesto. The bread was outstanding. Mark ordered the Blue Cheese and Gruyère Burger with Fries. He absolutely loved the burger and I can attest to the fries being delicious. I was not a fan of the malt vinegar aioli, but it was easy to bypass, since the fries were deliciously lightly seasoned with salt and pepper and were perfectly crispy. So what... a two-star review? What's up? I can say with everything reviewed above, Krueger's Tavern was on course for a four-star review. First, the plates on the table to be used with appetizers were dirty. I thought perhaps they were older plates that had scratches on them, but the marks on the plates were easily rubbed off. Our server was happy to bring fresh plates. I didn't take pictures of the dirty plates, but I noticed in the pictures of our meals the plates on which they were served had the same dirty marks. Next my sandwich, the Chicken Club. It was very good, but I forgot it had haricots verts until I pulled a long stem/vine out of my mouth. There were a few other bites that included inedible pieces of the bean. You can see them in the pictures. One star off for not only not properly cleaning the beans, but also putting them onto the sandwich. For the plates and the beans, one star off. Each of these is easily corrected. Next was my view, a view which is available for at least three tables on the same side of the restaurant as the restrooms. The view was of multiple mops and brooms. There has to be a storage location to keep these items out of customers' views. One more star off. Had we been seated somewhere else and I'd ordered something without haricots verts, we would have had a completely different experience. read more

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A great little spot. Great food and an even better staff. I highly recommend stopping in. read more

Krueger's Tavern - Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Ordered: veggie burger and fish and chips We were immediately seated for dinner on a Sunday afternoon. Our server and hostess were very nice and our food came out quick. It was my first time having a veggie burger and I was pleasantly surprised how moist it was. There was a bit too much pesto and it kinda overwhelmed the burger. The fries were thin and crispy. There was more batter than 'fish' in the fish and chips. The tarter sauce had a spice to it that overwhelmed the fish. read more

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Wanted a drink and burger after an FC Cincinnati game. We decided to walk to Vine and picked this place. We were quickly sat and service was quick and friendly. Tasty, typical bar food. Had to try a local beer while there as well. Will stop by again after a game. read more

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This restaurant has a perfect location amongst downtown Cincinnati in OTR. We went here for date night and was seated on a Friday without reservations and minimal wait. They have a variety of cocktails and wine, including orange wine which is very limited around most places in Cincinnati which was a huge plus to see on the menu. I highly recommend the kale salad that has a mountain of parmesan. They are known for their burgers and have a variety to pick from. I went with their blue Gruyère burger which is large enough for two servings. This place is perfect spot for date night, meet up with friends for drinks and a burger read more

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This place is known for their smash burgers! We ordered the Krueger Burger and it lived up to the hype. It had great flavor! My daughter ordered it as it comes, and I got mine without a bun since I was trying to be low-carb. Both were great! We also ordered the fries which were nice but didn't have as much flavor/seasoning as I would have expected. The server was very polite and helpful. The vibe was fantastic - we loved the big green booths, tile, bar, etc. It was really lovely inside! Oh and the beer was ICY COLD and perfect! We will be back! read more

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Do you know how normally waiters and waitresses are kind? They ask if you need or want help on the menu, sound. We've all politely deferred, but tonight was a different story. In all my bluster, I confidently informed our waitress of my ability to read. Wasn't trying to be a dick, but definitely sounded like one. Currently feeling the weight of a trillion ton dunce cap as I pass along this humbling mishap. To a seasoned server, she pressed on, bringing us ales and cocktails to stall our imminent sandwich selection. Albeit my ability to read, I often find myself not looking down to do so for the first 15 minutes within any establishment. Stopping to smell the metaphorical roses ya dig. Spicy Chicken Parms was a beautiful idea. Round of beers for the kitchen really. Sadly, spicy was an overstatement. The red pepper purée presented was tasty, yet far from expected. Kreug's has long bathroom hallways and patient hospitality. My dilemma is the identity crisis at hand: spunky or nice? Taverns with clean interiors juxtapose everything it sets out to be. Just an organization yet to find a cohesive locker room, there's no shame in that. I'd happily eat here on somebody else's dime. My own? Not so happily. read more

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My favorite burger around! Krueger's continues to be great. Bring back the spicy chicken parm! read more

Burger 8/10 Fries 9/10 fries come with a aioli sauce 10/10 Waitress 110 so nice and respectful Indoor and Outdoor seating Great music inside read more

I enjoyed everything that I ate (burger and pretzel with cheese). the spicy burger was good, but was overpowered by the spice. overall price for everything was fairly reasonable, but my reference is for places that have a much higher cost of living, so don't really take my word for it. read more

Finally got back to Krueger's after way too long, first time seeing the new space, it is great! The food is still just as amazing as it was before- I had no doubts about that! The service was great, we had good recommendations from our server! There were 4 of us here for a Father's Day dinner and with 2 appetizers, our own main dish, and getting 1 of each of the sides to all share, it was fantastic. read more

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Came back 6+ years later. I had the spicy chicken parmigiana sandwich. It was very good. Had the Pretzels and beer cheese again. Definitely a winner and we had more cheese then pretzels left. We also tried the sauerkraut balls - no sauerkraut but mostly sausage. read more

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Kreuger's Tavern never misses! This was me and my wife's second time coming here, and just like the first, we left absolutely stuffed. The fish and chips is hands-down a banger--crispy, flavorful, and the kind of portion that makes you feel like you got your money's worth. The chicken parm was another favorite--super savory with just the right amount of sauce and cheese (not drowning in it like some places do). And don't even get me started on the fries--huge portion, perfectly cooked, and honestly enough to fill you up on their own. The vibe here is chill and casual, the kind of spot you can relax at any night of the week (they're even open until 10pm most nights, which we love). On top of that, the staff really took care of us--when they found out it was my wife's birthday, they surprised us with a complimentary appetizer, which was such a thoughtful touch. Overall, Kreuger's is a spot we'll keep coming back to--great food, great portions, and great people. read more

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It's my second time in Cincinnati for work and I'm so glad I found this neighborhood. Everything around here is super cute. Also really glad I found this restaurant. Came for the veggie burger, and it did not disappoint. Service was great and really friendly. We started with the pretzels and the hummus as an app and both were delic but I honestly which I saved my appetite for the veggie burger, it was so good!! All my coworkers also enjoyed their meals and drinks. Favorite meal I've eaten in Cincinnati so far. read more

We love the burger we love the fries. It's a special spot for classic American fair. Great Guinness too. Strong service and classic ambiance worth visiting. read more

Will visit Kruegers just for the HH burger deal. The burger, fries and drink are a great deal and if you pay with the in kind app you get cash back. This burger was described as an elevated Big Mac and it did not disappoint! read more

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Get the Mac and cheese- I can easily devour this dish each time. Wonderful char on top with the cheese and a robust cheesiness overall. Service each time has been timely and friendly. I've been able to eat inside and outside, which I appreciate so my dog is able to enjoy the outing as well. Burgers are solid and I really enjoyed maybe grilled cheese (great filling). read more

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This is solely based on my 30 minutes there while I was on a call sitting at the bar drinking two old fashions. Service was great, bartender let me choose my whiskey for the old fashion. Was checked on quoted often between the two bartenders and host since it was between service hours (3:45pm). The gal next to me from out of town ordered some sides of Mac n Cheese, Asparagus and French Fries for her meal and it did smell delicious. read more

One of my favorite most dependable Cincy spots! Burgers are all fantastic, appetizers are fun and unique. Service and ambiance is great! read more

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I loved the veggie burger!! I definitely love trying different varieties of vegetarian friendly places and this place was amazing. Quick and kind service. The restaurant has great happy hour pricing as well! read more

Long story short: decent food, nothing to rave about We went to Krueger's for their Burger Week special & tried a few other things while we were there. The burger- which was a single patty rather than their usual double- was decent as were the fries. The spicy chicken parm was so close to being great, but, despite its spiciness, it was bland & desperately needed some salt. The simple kale salad, on the other hand, was great- so bright & flavorful & fresh! Overall, we weren't unhappy with the food, but we were underwhelmed. The restaurant itself was small & a bit loud even when only half full. The service was great though- our waitress was very warm & thoughtful. read more

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A nice bar with good food. The drinks are good with some specialty cocktails. There's have many European beers on tap as well. read more

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Hostess acted like we didn't have a reservation and told us we had to wait and couldn't get us in, made a reservation weeks in advance. I guess reservations don't matter here. PS we left and never got a message until 25 minutes after we got there read more

Rated Top Veggie Burger in Best of Cincinnati! Took a girls trip to Cincy and with my friend being vegetarian we knew we had to try this burger ASAP! Lovely housemade patty that includes beets which was delicious, the potato bun was perfection! To give it a little pizazz the pesto Mayo was chefs kiss. I would highly recommend trying it out! I'm not vegetarian myself but it was delicious! (We devoured our meal, but here is a picture of our appetizer- the House Truffle Chips. Come hungry there is plenty to share!) read more

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Enjoyed a dinner here during Cincinnati restaurant week. I was more than excited when krueger's reopened in this new location post pandemic. While it's small, the decor and ambiance are great here. It can be loud at times, but it's tolerable. On to the meal. The menu for restaurant week is a great deal since a couple gets a shared appetizer and then each of us got our own side, sandwich and cocktail from the menu. The drinks were fresh, tasty and beautifully garnished. My favorite part of the meal was the fried mozzarella - crispy hand breaded fried fresh mozzarella. Great cheese pulls and flavorful pepperonata and basil aioli. For the dinner course we had broccoli rabe and fries with the Krueger's burger and spicy chicken parm sandwich. The rabe wasn't my favorite as it was in a savory sauce and I wish it were crispier. The fries and burger were perfect as always. The chicken parm was good but the flavors weren't evenly spread. When you got the bite with the spiciness it was really good. Overall this was a fantastic deal for restaurant week and I'll be back in the future for sure. read more

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